Governing the game, from Mombasa in 1899 to Kigali today.
Cricket Kenya is the ICC-recognised body responsible for the sport nationwide — the national teams, the county structure beneath them, and everything played in between.
Cricket Kenya (CK) is the national governing body responsible for the administration, development and promotion of cricket in Kenya. From grassroots and school cricket to domestic competitions and the national teams, CK works to grow the game, nurture talent and create opportunities for players, coaches, officials and communities across the country.
As the custodian of cricket in Kenya, CK is an Associate Member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and affiliated with the Africa Cricket Association (ACA). CK’s membership comprises 19 affiliated County Cricket Associations, which support the development and administration of the game within their respective areas. While County Cricket Associations operate within their geographic jurisdictions, they work collectively with Cricket Kenya to advance the growth and development of cricket at the national level.
Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
A thriving, inclusive cricket nation that competes with confidence on the world stage and inspires every Kenyan to play, follow and love the game.
Our Mission
To govern, develop and promote cricket in Kenya through strong county structures, clear player pathways, quality competitions and partnerships that make the game sustainable.
Our Values
- Integrity — transparent, accountable governance
- Inclusion — cricket for every gender, age and county
- Excellence — high standards on and off the field
- Unity — one national game, 19 counties
Our History
Cricket in Kenya has a history stretching back more than a century. The game was introduced to the country in the late 19th century, with one of the earliest significant recorded matches played in Mombasa in 1899. Over the decades that followed, the sport developed through clubs, communities and regional competition, laying the foundations for Kenya’s emergence on the international cricket stage.
Kenyan players initially competed internationally as part of the East Africa team, including at the inaugural Cricket World Cup in 1975. Kenya later established its own international identity, becoming an Associate Member of the International Cricket Council and competing independently in global cricket.
Kenya qualified for its first Cricket World Cup as an independent nation in 1996, where it recorded a famous 73-run victory over the West Indies. Seven years later came one of the defining moments in Kenyan sporting history: at the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, which Kenya co-hosted, the national team reached the semi-finals, a landmark achievement for Kenyan and Associate cricket.
Today, Cricket Kenya carries this history forward through the continued development of the game across men’s, women’s and youth cricket, building pathways for a new generation of players to represent Kenya on the international stage.
- 1899 Earliest significant recorded match, Mombasa
- 1975 Kenyan players feature for East Africa at the inaugural World Cup
- 1996 First World Cup as an independent nation — 73-run win over the West Indies
- 2003 World Cup co-hosts and semi-finalists
- 2026 Simbas win five of six at the T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Qualifier A, Gaborone, and progress to the 2027 Africa Qualifier
Our Role
Cricket Kenya plays a central role in creating an enabling environment for cricket to thrive across the country. CK works with players, County Cricket Associations, clubs, schools, coaches, officials, partners and other stakeholders to strengthen the structures and opportunities that support the growth of the game.
CK’s work focuses on strengthening the structures, opportunities and pathways that support the growth of cricket in Kenya, including:
- Developing talent by supporting pathways that enable players to progress from grassroots and youth cricket to domestic and international competition.
- Supporting participation by expanding opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to engage with cricket.
- Strengthening the cricket ecosystem by working with County Cricket Associations, clubs, schools and other stakeholders to build sustainable cricket structures across the country.
- Promoting women’s and girls’ cricket and creating opportunities for greater participation and progression within the game.
- Supporting coaches and officials through opportunities for training, development and professional growth.
- Organizing and supporting competitions that provide players with opportunities to compete, develop and showcase their abilities.
- Representing Kenyan cricket internationally through Kenya’s national teams and engagement with regional and global cricket bodies.
- Building partnerships that contribute to the development, sustainability and visibility of cricket in Kenya.
Growing Cricket in Kenya
Cricket Kenya’s approach to growing the game is centred on creating sustainable pathways that enable people to discover cricket, participate meaningfully, develop their abilities and progress to competitive and international levels. Grassroots and school cricket provide important entry points into the sport, helping to widen participation and strengthen the pool of players from which future talent can emerge.
At the heart of this approach is a continuous player pathway. Broad participation creates a strong foundation for talent identification and development, while effective coaching, domestic competition and structured progression provide opportunities for players to advance through the game and, ultimately, compete for national representation.
Sustainable growth also depends on the wider environment in which cricket is played. This includes retaining players, strengthening local cricket structures, developing coaches and officials, improving access to facilities and resources and building partnerships that support the game over the long term.
CK’s development efforts span several interconnected areas
Grassroots Cricket
Creating opportunities for communities and young people to discover and participate in cricket.
School & Youth Cricket
Building early pathways for young players to learn, develop and progress through the game.
Women & Girls’ Cricket
Expanding opportunities for women and girls to participate, develop and compete at all levels.
Player Development
Supporting progression from grassroots participation through domestic competition and towards national representation.
Domestic Cricket
Providing competitive structures where players can test their abilities, develop their skills and showcase their talent.
Coaching & Officiating
Developing the coaches, umpires, scorers and other officials who support the quality, integrity and growth of the game.
Partnerships & Community
Working with County Cricket Associations, clubs, schools, government institutions, sponsors and other partners to strengthen the cricket ecosystem.
Find your way into the game
Play, coach, officiate or volunteer: the pathway starts in your county.
Our Cricket Community
Cricket in Kenya is built on a diverse community of players, County Cricket Associations, clubs, schools, coaches, officials, volunteers, supporters and partners who contribute to the game at every level.
County Cricket Associations play an important role in developing and administering cricket within their respective areas, while clubs and schools provide spaces where players can discover the game, develop their skills and compete. Coaches, umpires, scorers and other officials provide the technical expertise that keeps the game growing and competitions running.
Cricket Kenya works with these stakeholders to strengthen connections across the cricket ecosystem, expand opportunities for participation and support the sustainable development of the game across the country.
Who makes the game
- 19 affiliated County Cricket Associations
- Clubs and schools across the country
- Coaches, umpires and scorers
- Volunteers, supporters and partners
